Unbiasing the Biased: Navigating Workplace Polarization for Inclusive Mindsets
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Dive into an immersive experience where the complexities of political debates and triggering hot topics in the workplace are not just discussed-they're navigated in real-time. "Unbiasing the Biased" is not your typical session; it's an interactive journey designed for HR professionals, DEI champions, and leaders ready to transform challenges into opportunities for growing intentionally inclusive workplace cultures. Attendees will enjoy collaborative problem-solving with peers and brainstorm innovative policies that uphold inclusion while respecting individual perspectives.
Learning Objectives:
- Uncover and tackle unconscious biases through engaging group activities.
- Co-create inclusive policies using insights gathered from interactive workshops and peer feedback.
- Leave with a toolkit of strategies, conversation starters, and de-escalation techniques attendees can implement from day one.
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Bernadette Jones
Bernadette Jones is a trailblazing HR leader with over 20 years of experience crafting "Culture-First" solutions across diverse organizations. As Human Resource Committee Chair at Richmond Art Center and Professional Development Chair for SHRM Northern California, she champions intentional inclusion and culture-first practices. Bernadette's innovative "Respect in the Workplace Starts With Me®" workshop series addresses crucial compliance and cultural issues. With SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications, she brings deep HR expertise to her roles. Bernadette's leadership in Visionova's participation in SHRM's National HR Registered Apprenticeship Program demonstrates her commitment to nurturing HR talent and enhancing workplace environments. Her work connects over 27,000 HR professionals across 16 SHRM chapters in Northern California.